Greenville Magazine - April 2008 - (Page 76) A new product meant new opportunities. [ And taking the next step toward a sustainable future. ] A global technology company was ready to supply its newest patented product to one of the world’s largest retailers. When the chance to bid came, the requirements became clear: show us the “green” side. To improve its chance of becoming a supplier, this company asked RMT to demonstrate the environmental benefits of its new product. n Scoring environmental savings. It was all about calculating environmental currency—savings in raw materials, energy, air emissions, landfill space, wastewater— and process was key. Scoring these savings required segmenting the entire production process into bits and pieces. A life cycle assessment, which worked backward from the end product to the starting raw material, allowed RMT to perform sophisticated calculations for each step in the process. And determine just how “green” this product could be. n Business and the environment in balance. Less than two weeks later, the company responded to the bid request. In the process, it gained an understanding of the environmental impact its products can have on the world. At RMT, we believe the time has come for bold new solutions like this. Where business and the environment can not only co-exist, but together, can thrive. To us, it’s about innovation, a commitment to doing what’s right, and a passion for working together with our clients to find the best possible solution. Like helping this company calculate its environmental footprint. And fulfill its requirements to do business. 76 Greenville MaGazine | april 2008
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